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Supreme Court Appoints Mediator In Surat Siphoning Case

Supreme Court Appoints Mediator In Surat Siphoning Case

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has appointed former Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna as the sole mediator to resolve a dispute involving businessman Ashokbhai Haribhai Gajera and others in a case linked to textile market projects in Surat. The case involves allegations of siphoning off Rs 1,900 crore and forging documents.

Plea in SC seeks seat-wise list of voter deletions in Bengal

Plea in SC seeks seat-wise list of voter deletions in Bengal

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a detailed constituency-wise disclosure of disenfranchisement caused by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal.

Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Lakhimpur Kheri Trial Delay

Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Lakhimpur Kheri Trial Delay

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Supreme Court has expressed disappointment over the delay in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case trial due to the non-production of witnesses, directing the presiding judge to ensure their presence and expedite the proceedings.

CBI Gets Custody Of Husband In Twisha Sharma Death Case

CBI Gets Custody Of Husband In Twisha Sharma Death Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Bhopal court has remanded Samarth Singh, husband of deceased model-actor Twisha Sharma, in CBI custody. The CBI is investigating the circumstances surrounding Sharma's death, which occurred at her marital home. The Madhya Pradesh High Court has reserved its judgment on pleas seeking cancellation of anticipatory bail for Samarth Singh's mother.

AIIMS Delhi Prepared For Second Autopsy In Twisha Sharma Case

AIIMS Delhi Prepared For Second Autopsy In Twisha Sharma Case

Rediff.com22 May 2026

AIIMS Delhi is prepared to conduct a second autopsy on actor-model Twisha Sharma following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order in the alleged dowry death case.

Bombay High Court Quashes Extortion Case Against Sanjay Pandey

Bombay High Court Quashes Extortion Case Against Sanjay Pandey

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Bombay High Court has quashed an extortion FIR registered against former Maharashtra DGP Sanjay Pandey and others in Thane. The FIR was based on a complaint by builder Sanjay Punamiya, who alleged extortion and coercion.

Twisha Sharma Death: Accused 'Fully Cooperating' With Probe

Twisha Sharma Death: Accused 'Fully Cooperating' With Probe

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The lawyer for ex-judge Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh stated that his clients are fully cooperating in the probe into the Twisha Sharma dowry death case, a day after the Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the matter.

Lawyers ask Supreme Court to retract remarks on greens stalling development

Lawyers ask Supreme Court to retract remarks on greens stalling development

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A group of lawyers and activists have petitioned the Chief Justice of India to retract recent Supreme Court remarks that cast doubt on the legitimacy of environmental pleas against developmental projects.

SC bail to man in 'hybrid terrorist' recruitment case post Art 370 repeal

SC bail to man in 'hybrid terrorist' recruitment case post Art 370 repeal

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Supreme Court granted bail to Suhail Ahmad Thokar, arrested under UAPA for allegedly conspiring with terrorist groups to recruit terrorists and radicalise youth after the repeal of Article 370.

Supreme Court Says Minor Cannot Be Forced To Carry Pregnancy

Supreme Court Says Minor Cannot Be Forced To Carry Pregnancy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a minor child cannot be forced to carry a pregnancy to term, urging the government to amend laws to allow rape survivors to terminate unwanted pregnancies beyond 20 weeks.

SC refuses to intervene in TMC plea on vote counting deployment in Bengal

SC refuses to intervene in TMC plea on vote counting deployment in Bengal

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The Supreme Court has declined to interfere with the Election Commission's circular regarding the deployment of central government personnel for vote counting in West Bengal, dismissing a plea by the TMC.

SC takes suo moto cognisance of Twisha Sharma case

SC takes suo moto cognisance of Twisha Sharma case

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Twisha Sharma 'dowry' death case, citing alleged institutional bias and procedural discrepancies. The case involves the death of actor-model Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her marital home, leading to an FIR against her husband and mother-in-law for alleged dowry harassment.

Madhu Kishwar denied anticipatory bail over video clip

Madhu Kishwar denied anticipatory bail over video clip

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of academician Madhu Purnima Kishwar in a case registered against her for allegedly retweeting a video clip on social media.

HC grants bail to Narendra Dabholkar murder convict Sharad Kalaskar

HC grants bail to Narendra Dabholkar murder convict Sharad Kalaskar

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court granted bail to Sharad Kalaskar, convicted in the 2013 Narendra Dabholkar murder case, suspending his life sentence and questioning his identity as the assailant and the integrity of eyewitnesses.

Can non-believer from North India claim right of entry to Sabarimala, asks SC

Can non-believer from North India claim right of entry to Sabarimala, asks SC

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India is hearing petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places, including the Sabarimala temple in Kerala, and the scope of religious freedom practised by multiple faiths.

Jharkhand High Court Addresses Doctor Shortage In State Jails

Jharkhand High Court Addresses Doctor Shortage In State Jails

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Jharkhand High Court has instituted a public interest litigation (PIL) addressing the critical scarcity of doctors in jails across the state. The court's action followed the death of an appellant in jail due to inadequate medical treatment, highlighting the severe lack of medical facilities and personnel in Jharkhand's prison system.

All views welcome except from WhatsApp university: SC in religious discrimination case

All views welcome except from WhatsApp university: SC in religious discrimination case

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed the use of information from 'WhatsApp University' as evidence in a case concerning religious freedom and discrimination against women at religious sites, including the Sabarimala Temple.

Hindu party files caveat in SC to be heard in Bhojshala appeal

Hindu party files caveat in SC to be heard in Bhojshala appeal

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A Hindu party has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court regarding the Bhojshala complex dispute, seeking a hearing before any orders are passed on appeals against the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision.

Supreme Court Quashes Dowry Harassment Case Against In-Laws

Supreme Court Quashes Dowry Harassment Case Against In-Laws

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed criminal proceedings against the in-laws of a woman who alleged dowry-related harassment, citing a lack of specific evidence linking them to the alleged crimes.

Supreme Court Orders All-Women SIT Probe In Ghaziabad Case

Supreme Court Orders All-Women SIT Probe In Ghaziabad Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh DGP to form an all-women SIT to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Ghaziabad, following concerns about the local police's handling of the case and allegations of denial of treatment by private hospitals.

Dowry Death Case: Police Seek Cancellation Of Ex-Judge's Bail

Dowry Death Case: Police Seek Cancellation Of Ex-Judge's Bail

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh police have issued a final notice to ex-judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, allegedly due to dowry harassment. The government has also initiated a probe into whether Singh can continue as chairperson of the consumer court.

Amend law to let rape survivors terminate pregnancy: SC to govt

Amend law to let rape survivors terminate pregnancy: SC to govt

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has taken exception to AIIMS' plea to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, urging the Centre to amend the law to permit abortion beyond 20 weeks in such cases.

10 Indians killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine war, Centre tells SC

10 Indians killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine war, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that ten Indians have died while fighting alongside Russian forces in the Russia-Ukraine war. The court is hearing a plea seeking the repatriation of Indians allegedly forced to fight.

Supreme Court's Electoral Roll Ruling: Key Takeaways

Supreme Court's Electoral Roll Ruling: Key Takeaways

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Senior Trinamool Congress leader Kalyan Banerjee has commented on the Supreme Court judgment regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, emphasising its specific application to the Bihar case and highlighting the Election Commission's limited authority in determining citizenship.

Allahabad HC Convicts Two In 1984 Murder Case After Acquittal

Allahabad HC Convicts Two In 1984 Murder Case After Acquittal

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has convicted two individuals in connection with a 1984 murder case, reversing their previous acquittal after more than four decades. The court found them guilty of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

How Kapil Dev Is Transforming Indian Golf

How Kapil Dev Is Transforming Indian Golf

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Kapil Dev's efforts to attract sponsors and increase prize money in Indian golf are creating better opportunities for players to qualify for the Olympics and compete globally, according to DP World PGTI CEO Amandeep Johl.

Husband Must Maintain Wife Despite Financial Issues: High Court

Husband Must Maintain Wife Despite Financial Issues: High Court

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a husband cannot avoid his responsibility to maintain his wife, even if he claims financial hardship.

IPL 2026: 'Patidar has picked his moments really well'

IPL 2026: 'Patidar has picked his moments really well'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket Mo Bobat credited the franchise's "collective contributions" and fearless identity after the defending champions thrashed Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.

HC restrains FIR order in Rahul Gandhi citizenship case

HC restrains FIR order in Rahul Gandhi citizenship case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has deferred its order directing an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in connection with the alleged dual citizenship controversy, pending a review of whether prior notice to the accused was legally required.

Twisha Sharma death case: CBI probe recommended; kin moves HC for 2nd autopsy

Twisha Sharma death case: CBI probe recommended; kin moves HC for 2nd autopsy

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh government has proposed transferring the case of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, to the CBI. The family has also filed a plea in the High Court for a second post-mortem, citing flaws in the initial one.

South African Scientists Recognised For Public Health Work

South African Scientists Recognised For Public Health Work

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Two South African scientists of Indian origin, Professor Salim Abdool Karim and Professor Keertan Dheda, have been awarded the Order of Mapungubwe for their contributions to public health, particularly in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis research, and pulmonology.

Supreme Court Reinstates Convictions In Dr Subbiah Murder Case

Supreme Court Reinstates Convictions In Dr Subbiah Murder Case

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Supreme Court overturned a Madras High Court order, reinstating the conviction of nine individuals involved in the 2013 murder of Chennai-based neurologist Dr Subbiah, linked to a long-standing land dispute.

Twisha's mother-in-law says police haven't contacted her yet

Twisha's mother-in-law says police haven't contacted her yet

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Former judge Giribala Singh, booked in connection with her daughter-in-law's death allegedly due to dowry harassment, claims Bhopal Police have not contacted her for her statement. This comes after the Madhya Pradesh High Court issued a notice to Singh regarding her anticipatory bail and the police issued a final notice for her to record her statement.

Court cannot judge religious beliefs, Sabarimala board tells SC

Court cannot judge religious beliefs, Sabarimala board tells SC

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), managing the Sabarimala temple, argued in the Supreme Court that religious beliefs should be judged subjectively by the community, as the court hears petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places.

Supreme Court To Review CBSE's Three-Language Rule

Supreme Court To Review CBSE's Three-Language Rule

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea challenging the CBSE's policy mandating the study of three languages, including two native Indian languages, for Class 9 students starting July 1. The court has sought responses from the Centre, CBSE, and NCERT and will hear the matter in July.

Twisha Sharma death case: Police seek cancellation of ex-judge's bail

Twisha Sharma death case: Police seek cancellation of ex-judge's bail

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh police are seeking the cancellation of anticipatory bail for ex-judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, allegedly due to dowry harassment. The government has also initiated a probe into whether she can continue as chairperson of the consumer court.

Sanatana Dharma divides, must be 'abolished': Udhayanidhi

Sanatana Dharma divides, must be 'abolished': Udhayanidhi

Rediff.com12 May 2026

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterated his call for the abolition of Sanatana Dharma, claiming it divides people, during his maiden speech as the Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. He also addressed concerns regarding the positioning of the Tamil invocation song in government events.

HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case

HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has directed the registration of an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi concerning allegations of dual citizenship, potentially escalating the legal scrutiny surrounding the opposition leader.

2018 Sabarimala verdict assumed 'men superior': Centre backs curbs on women's entry

2018 Sabarimala verdict assumed 'men superior': Centre backs curbs on women's entry

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

The Centre has supported the restriction on women of menstruating age entering Kerala's Sabarimala temple, arguing that the Supreme Court's 2018 judgement assumes male superiority.

'It just didn't work out': MI batting coach Pollard breaks silence on Hardik Pandya's IPL 2026 captaincy

'It just didn't work out': MI batting coach Pollard breaks silence on Hardik Pandya's IPL 2026 captaincy

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Batting coach Kieron Pollard admitted that Hardik Pandya's leadership stint 'has not gone as well' as either the player or the franchise would have hoped after Mumbai Indians' disastrous IPL 2026 campaign ended with yet another defeat.